Dark blue became a major trending color in 2020 and it doesn’t look like it will be slowing down this 2021 New Year. Probably the best part about the dark blue trend is that this classy color can be easily blended into any décor style from traditional to contemporary, making it simple to incorporate into your home design.
Besides being the “in” color, research has shown that shades of blue bring about a sense of calmness and serenity –the perfect antidote to the holiday season. This deep blue hue reminds us of the ocean and brings a bit of the natural seaside indoors to inspire productivity.
Use it as an accent color
Accent colors are the perfect way to infuse this trending blue in your home. Use it as a backsplash for new kitchen tiles or find it in a fun new pattern to use as wallpaper for the bathroom. Maybe it’s time to update your living room chairs –try replacing that old leather loveseat with a plush blue suede one. You can easily sew this traditional dark blue tone throughout your house through updated window treatments or fresh coats of paint to your doors.
Decorate in a monochromatic blue theme
This is the perfect opportunity to go bold with a new room design. If you’re renovating your old bedroom, try a monochromatic blue throughout, choosing a soft low-pile blue rug that might be a few shades lighter than your deep blue paneled bedframe. Pick accessories that complement the theme like soft grays and gray-whites for night stands and lamps. Tie it all together with a comforter set that marries the colors in a perfect cool-toned hue.
Trade out your old accessories for new blue ones
For those who are hesitant to bring a trending color into their home with permanent fixtures like flooring or large furniture pieces, try sprinkling this classic hue throughout your home with fresh area rugs, new kitchen towels or a brand new blue toaster. As we near the New Year, now is the perfect time to update your throws and flat pillows. Why not pick out a few accessories in this dark bold shade to give your home décor a fashionable upgrade?